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Italians detained in Gaza Flotilla return home

October 6, 2025October 6, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The last group of 15 Italians detained by Israel after taking part in the Global Sumud Flotilla are expected to return home on Monday. The activists were on boats intercepted last week while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza.

Global Sumud Flotilla pre-launch. Image credit: Global Sumud Flotilla

Meloni pledges protection for Italians on Global Sumud flotilla

September 4, 2025September 4, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Premier Giorgia Meloni said her government will take steps to protect Italians joining the Global Sumud Flotilla heading to Gaza.

Gaza flotilla will not set sail on Sunday. Image credit: Emilio Morenatti / AP

Tajani condemns attack on UNIFIL as Italian MPs join Gaza flotilla

September 3, 2025September 3, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Deputy Premier and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani condemned on Wednesday what UNIFIL described as one of the most serious attacks on its mission in Lebanon since last November. Meanwhile, 4 opposition MPs join the Gaza flotilla.

Francesca Albanese accuses countries of complicity over Israel "genocide" in Gaza Image credit: Getty Images

Albanese faces US sanctions over Gaza remarks

July 12, 2025July 12, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur for the Occupied Palestinian Territories, has condemned US sanctions against her as an attack on human rights and international accountability. The Italian-born legal expert responded to the Trump administration’s decision by stating: “The powerful punishing those who speak for the powerless is not a sign of strength, but […]

“Unacceptable” attacks on UNIFIL

October 10, 2024October 10, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy formally lodged a complaint with Israel after attacks on the UNIFIL headquarters in Lebanon and two Italian bases. Defence Minister Guido Crosetto summoned the Israeli ambassador in response.

Israel is sowing hatred says Guido Crosetto pictured.

Defence Minister says Israel is sowing hatred

May 27, 2024May 27, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto says Israel is sowing hatred that will affect future generations.

Interior Minister Matteo Piantedosi who oversaw security committee which put Italy on max alert.

Italy on maximum security alert

April 16, 2024April 16, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy is on maximum alert for potential security threats after Iran’s attacks on Israel at the weekend.

Image shows votes in parliament for the prevention of aid reaching Hamas

Italy approves resolution on preventing Hamas aid

October 11, 2023October 11, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

The House on Tuesday approved a majority resolution committing the government to stop all aid that might be used by Hamas for terror ends. Also, the resolution asks for work to avert an escalation in the conflict after the surprise attack on Israel on Saturday.

New rules for entry into Italy from USA, Canada, Israel and UK

August 31, 2021August 31, 2021Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Yesterday (30 August), the EU removed the US and five other countries from its travel safe list. Italy’s health minister Roberto Speranza signed a new travel ordinance at the weekend, which came into force today. These are the new rules for entry for arrivals from the US, Canada, Israel and UK.